2pak , Where Can I Purchase It From?

[sky-017]

im after spraying a few panels at home . just wondering where in sydney i can buy it ?... thanks men.

[Lemzki]

which area are you from?

[sky-017]

homebush , sydney

[Lemzki]

hmm.. not too sure about homebush area.

i usually get my paint from protec in yagoona (bankstown area). and its cheaper then other brands

there are shops in sydney that supply acrylic and 2k paint. just have too know where. your typical supercheap store usually have acrylic stuff and in aerosol cans.

try a local smash repair for some paint if you have trouble finding a paint shop.

how much paint do u need?

what paint are you after. 2k enamel.. basecoat.. or clear??

[Craved]

i use auto west in penrith, but there is a paint supplies shop in toongabbie - cant recall the name - but there are all in the yellow pages

[sky-017]

im seeking to respray my front bar , and a new bonnet . although i might leave the bonnet carbon fibre finish for a while . so what would i need , iv done a lot of spraying with acylic , but i want a strong finish so im on to the 2 pak .

is 2pak a 1 mix coat , or are you applying a base coat , then another clear coat after?

thanks for the info . might check out this place in yagoona , its only 10 mins away . cheers

[Craved]

base then clear normally, especially if matching your current paint - those some 2k colours can be hardened in the base so no need for clear.

talk to the paint suppliers, and note that it is illegal to spray 2k outside of a booth - and you need to suit up and use a respirator

[Lemzki]

from the picture i would say your spraying metallic silver.

heres some info that might help you:

plastic primer - 1 coat before colour. when painting on plastic

groundcoat or background coat (grey in colour) - usaully sprayed before colour for easier coverage. (optional)

basecoat - mixed 1:1 ratio with reducer. around 3-4 coats or until covered.

tackrag - used to wipe off dust and crap after applying base colour

clearcoat - mixed 2:1 ratio with hardener and around 10 - 15 percent reducer. some come with 4:1 ratio.

apply a semi-wet cover on first coat.

wait for flash off 10-15mins.

apply a full wet cover on second coat.

make sure you have a decent size air compressor for the job cos you'll need constant pressure

or link 2 up if you have small compressors.

and use a gravity feed spraygun a 1.4mm setup.

if its a backyard job you can pick a cheapy for about 50-80 bucks

or get a decent brand gun such as iwata, de vilbiss and sata. from 350-550 bucks if you have the doe

[sky-017]

im spraying black , although there is a very very minimal tinge of gold which is barely noticable.